Jamie Salsburg
Jamie: Compulsive Gambler
GSS 009: Gambling Within Your Means—Why It Doesn't Work for Compulsive Gamblers
GSS 009: Gambling Within Your Means—Why It Doesn't Work for Compulsive Gamblers
GSS 009: Gambling Within Your Means—Why It Doesn't Work for Compulsive Gamblers
Friday 2nd March 2018
Jamie Salsburg discusses why 'gambling within your means' is a harmful myth for compulsive gamblers and stresses the need for community support.
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Jamie Salsburg
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Sobriety Toolkit
Financial Health in Recovery
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sexual Health in Recovery
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The sooner that we start realizing and accepting the fact that we don't know what everybody else's experience is, then we can accept that we don't know what normal is or what normal looks like- and I think actually normal is probably very much the minority rather than the majority.
Jamie Salsburg knows all too well the false hope that comes with trying to gamble within your means. In this eye-opening episode of 'The After Gambling Podcast', Jamie, a former compulsive gambler, unpacks why this strategy is a dangerous illusion for those battling gambling addiction. He shares his personal journey of repeatedly thinking he could quit when ahead, only to find himself deeper in debt and despair each time.
Jamie's candid storytelling offers a raw look at the mental and financial toll that gambling took on his life. But it’s not just about his story. Jamie dives into the broader implications of promoting 'gamble responsibly' messages in prevention campaigns. He argues that these messages can be misleading and even harmful for compulsive gamblers, who often can't stop once they start. Jamie stresses the importance of seeking professional help and the vital role of community support in recovery.
He believes that true change begins when we accept that we can't do it alone. This episode is a must-listen for anyone struggling with gambling addiction or those supporting a loved one through it. Jamie's insights provide not just a cautionary tale but also a beacon of hope. By highlighting the power of community and the necessity of professional help, he offers a pathway to reclaiming one's life from the clutches of gambling addiction.